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College of Education Events
Whether you are an administrator in a rural school district or a faculty sponsor for a high school or middle school student organization that guides students interested in becoming teachers, the UCM College of Education hosts many events that may be of interest to you. Registration is always free and feedback is consistently positive from students and educators in dozens of districts.
Register for Upcoming Events
Future Teacher Academy
In the Fall we host Future Teacher Academy (FTA) to bring together high school and middle school students from multiple districts to gain insight and knowledge on the steps it takes to become a teacher. This one-day event features informative sessions designed and facilitated by the University of Central Missouri (UCM) faculty. Students stay together with their school group while they engage in challenges and round table discussions. The day finishes with a keynote speaker. This event is typically held in October; registration opens in August.
Rural Schools Summit
The UCM College of Education is committed to supporting the education of all students in the rural schools of Missouri. One of our priorities is supporting and aiding our rural partners in their efforts to recruit and retain highly qualified teachers. We are committed to helping them improve the educational environment and supporting sound instructional practices. This event happens in both the Fall and Spring semesters to help districts connect with each other and inform UCM about challenges we can help them overcome.
Registration can be found on the Rural Schools Initiative page.
Teach It Forward
Teach It Forward (TIF) is a two-day professional learning event hosted by the University of Central Missouri, designed to support students and educators at different stages of the teaching pipeline. Both events will be held at the Elliott Student Union on UCM’s campus.
Monday, March 2, 2026 – Early Professionals Conference
This inaugural conference is designed for preservice teachers and early-career educators (years 1–5). Participants will engage in teacher-tested strategies, collaborative design challenges,
networking opportunities, and a keynote address, all focused on building confidence
and momentum in the early years of the profession.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – Future Educator Conference
This one-day conference is for middle school and high school students interested in becoming teachers. Students choose from multiple breakout sessions based on their interests and participate
in a keynote experience, gaining insight into the teaching profession and pathways
into education.
Contact:
College of Education
Lovinger 2190
Tel: (660) 543-4272
